Andrew Durante’s record-equalling Hyundai A-League appearance was unable to inspire Wellington Phoenix as they slipped to a 1-0 home defeat against Adelaide United.
Marco Kurz’s men are now just one point off the top four thanks to George Blackwood’s fourth goal in six games.
Catch up with the key facts and stats from Westpac Stadium.
- Durante drew level with Danny Vukovic’s record of 278 appearances in the competition.
- Following his booking, Durante now has 68 total cards in the Hyundai A-League (67 yellows, one red). Only Manny Muscat has more.
- Blackwood’s winner was only the third goal Adelaide have scored in the 30-60 minute period of matches.
- The Reds have now won all five matches this season in which they have led at half-time.
